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Global Distinction Acknowledgment

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WSSU Global Distinction Acknowledgment

The WSSU Global Distinction Certificate recognizes students who have demonstrated academic excellence, intercultural engagement, and global leadership through coursework, experiences, service, and professional development. This credential appears on your academic record and showcases your commitment to becoming a globally competent leader.

A Credential That Sets You Apart

Today's employers are looking for graduates who can communicate across cultures, solve global challenges, and thrive in diverse workplaces.

The Global Distinction Certificate is an academic and co-curricular credential that recognizes students who intentionally build these skills throughout their time at Winston-Salem State University.

Whether you study abroad, mentor international students, participate in cultural events, or complete
global coursework, every experience contributes toward earning this distinction.

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Four Pillars, One Global You.

Academic

Experience

Engagement

Capstone

How Do I Earn the Global Distinction Acknowledgement?

Four Easy Steps

1. Complete Global Coursework

Academic Requirements
Complete 12 credit hours consisting of:

  • 3 credit hours in a foreign language
  • 9 credit hours in Global Coursework

These courses are completed through existing degree requirements whenever possible.

Global Courses

2. Participate in 40 hours of Global Experience

Choose one or a combination:

  • Study Abroad
  • Faculty-Led Program
  • Virtual Exchange
  • International Student (F-1) Mentorship

Students can select the experience that best fits their academic goals, schedule, and budget.

Study Abroad

3. Participate in 40 hours of Global Experience

Engage in meaningful intercultural activities both on and off campus.

Examples include:

  • International Week events
  • Cultural celebrations
  • Community service
  • Language exchange
  • Refugee support
  • Global volunteer opportunities
  • Virtual global experiences

Global Engagement Master Log

4. Upload Global Coursework

Create a professional portfolio showcasing your experiences and deliver a five-minute presentation reflecting on your global growth and career readiness.

Capstone